During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received instruction in drill and ceremony, weapons, rifle marksmanship qualification, bayonet combat, chemical warfare, field training and tactical exercises, marches, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, traditions, and core values.

He is the son of Debbie Lanham of Shortlin Park, Lebanon.

Harrington is a 2010 graduate of Marion County High School in Lebanon.